2001 Oldsmobile O4 vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Oldsmobile O4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Oldsmobile O4 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (234 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2001 Oldsmobile O4. (187 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2001 Oldsmobile O4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile O4 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2012 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile O4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Toyota Tundra (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Oldsmobile O4. (255 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Oldsmobile O4. 2012 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2001 Oldsmobile O4 has manual transmission. 2001 Oldsmobile O4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Oldsmobile O4 | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | O4 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
